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October 23, 2024

Kicking Goals and Overcoming Setbacks: Hayley Bullas on Resilience, AFLW, and Life Beyond Football

26 minutes

In this episode of Owners Outlook, join host Shaun Lord as he sits down with AFLW Sydney Swans player Hayley Bullas, whose journey from junior football to the grandstands of the AFLW has been marked by resilience, injuries, and triumphs.

Key Insights from the Episode:

Overcoming Setbacks: Hayley shares her inspiring story of coming back stronger after tearing her ACL in her first season with the Sydney Swans, and how this injury became a catalyst for growth.

Character Over Talent: Learn why AFL clubs value character as much as talent and how Hayley’s determination and professionalism set her apart in her journey to the AFLW.

Continuous Growth: Discover how Hayley keeps pushing her limits, always striving to improve both on and off the field, with a mindset focused on learning and development.

Balancing Careers: As many AFLW players also hold part-time jobs, Hayley offers insight into her work managing elite athletes at UNSW and how she’s preparing for life after football.

Tune in for a candid conversation about the mindset, work ethic, and the relentless pursuit of success, both in sport and in life. Plus, don't miss the "Aim for Aid" segment where Hayley and Shaun nominate a charity supported by the episode's sponsor, Melissa Sheree Makeup Artistry.

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